One Big Boy

I cannot believe that in less than 30 days I will meet my new son! Aaron and I are so excited! I went to the doctor yesterday, and have officially started the weekly appointments. This is exciting because I know it won't be long now. It is also a little nerve racking for the same reason. At my doctor's visit they did an ultrasound to determine fetal weight. Drum roll please....he weighs 6 lbs., 15 oz.!!! He's just an ounce shy of 7 pounds at 36 weeks! Needless to say, he's a little big for 36 weeks. Normally babies gain about half a pound in the last few weeks, which means he still has the potential of gaining another 2 pounds by the due date. Since a 9 pound baby isn't exactly the optimal birthing conditions (for me at least), they are discussing inducing me at 38 weeks. I should know more as the 38 week visit nears. On another note, the baby looks good. He is already in the head-down position, and his heart rate sounded great clocking in at 144. I'll be sure to keep you all posted.